Full-Time
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Updated on 8/8/2026
Highbar
201-500 employees
Outpatient physical therapy network, mobility improvement
Compensation Overview
$80k - $100k/yr
Concord, MA, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
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- A degree in Physical Therapy from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited program.
- An active physical therapist license or eligibility to obtain one.
- The ability to provide one-on-one outpatient physical therapy care and make physical therapist-led clinical decisions.
- Provide outpatient physical therapy care in a one-on-one patient-care model.
- Determine the plan of care and make clinical decisions autonomously within the scope of physical therapist licensure.
- Participate in paid mentorship, structured onboarding, monthly onsite continuing education meetings, and ongoing professional development.
- Practice as a primary care provider for musculoskeletal disorders and help patients reach new goals.
- Clinical interests in orthopedics, sports medicine, pelvic health, vestibular therapy, pediatrics, neurology, aquatic therapy, hand and upper-extremity therapy, or dry needling.
- Interest in pursuing an in-house orthopedic residency, Dry Needling Level I and II training, Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist pathways, or specialty Special Interest Groups.
Highbar Physical Therapy runs a network of 21 outpatient clinics in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. It provides non-invasive, holistic physical therapy aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain for both adults and children. Therapists focus on movement and identifying root causes of issues to help patients regain activity and quality of life, delivering direct patient care in an outpatient setting. Compared with others in the field, Highbar has built a strong regional presence through multiple clinics and a clear emphasis on movement expertise and local accessibility, supported by its rebranding from Performance Physical Therapy to Highbar to grow brand recognition and market share. The company’s goal is to expand access to effective musculoskeletal care, helping patients move better, feel better, and lead healthier lives across its service areas.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Founded
2000
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 Woburn opening expands Highbar deeper into Greater Boston.
- October 2025 Joint Ventures deal adds 12 locations and broader patient flow.
- Highbar's 2026 content and open houses signal active patient marketing and clinician recruitment.
What critics are saying
- Integration of Joint Ventures' 12 Boston clinics starts after October 2025 acquisition.
- Rallyday Partners ownership pressures Highbar to keep adding clinics and staff fast.
- Regional reimbursement cuts or lease costs can squeeze margins before 2027 expansion pays off.
What makes Highbar unique
- Highbar runs 56 Rhode Island and Massachusetts clinics after June 2026 expansion.
- Michelle Collie has led Highbar since 2001, anchoring a durable regional brand.
- Highbar operates multiple local brands: Joint Ventures, Peak Physical Therapy, and PTU.
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Company News
New England leader in physical therapy receives accolade. For the third year in a row, Performance Physical Therapy has earned The Center for Medicare and Medicaid's (CMS) "Exceptional Performer" status. This distinction is given only to practices and providers who participate in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and have demonstrated exceptional quality of care and a focus on patients' health outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs for patients. By earning this recognition yet again, Performance is being placed among the top tier of providers and physical therapy practices nationwide when it comes to patient care